What is the plot structure of the novel?

The plot structure of the novel is mainly composed of plot advancement or emotional cohesion and material organization. Traditional novels are usually linear structural patterns based on time and space. There are three kinds: (1) basic mode: start-development-climax-end. At present, most of the college entrance examination selections are of this structural model. For example, A Strange Afternoon in balthasar belongs to this model. The "beginning" is the beginning of the contradiction and conflict reflected in the novel (you can often see the author's tendency to praise or criticize); "development" is the evolution process of the main contradictions and conflicts in the novel from occurrence to intensification; "Climax" is a critical moment to decide the fate of contradictions in all aspects or the major contradictions to be solved soon, and it is the most intense, intense and sharp stage in the development of contradictions and conflicts (the part that can best express the characters' ideological character); The "ending" is the solution of contradictions, the development of characters has been completed, the story has a final result, and the theme has been fully displayed, which is the inevitable result of the development of the plot (lyric sentences are often said). (2) Swing: also known as "twists and turns". Most novels do not develop in a straight line. They always slow down or even stop somewhere to do something, and then get back on track, which leads to the swing of the plot. The swing of the plot often endows the novel with more fascinating charm. (3) Unexpected and reasonable style: commonly known as "O Henry" brushwork. The unexpected disclosure of the truth at the end is usually unexpected, and the plot in front of the rebate is reasonable, thus increasing the vividness of the plot of the novel.